Former NFL standouts Vernon Davis and Omar Bolden are tackling a new path.
The pair, who were both members of the Denver Broncos when the team won Super Bowl 50 in 2016, are set to star in the comedy series Match Point. Created by Sports Emmy-nominated director Joslyn Rose Lyons, the mockumentary project launches its first two episodes on-demand via Apple TV and Prime Video on Feb. 11, 2025. The rest of the 10-episode first season will roll out after that.
Match Point centers on Max (Davis) and Anthony (Bolden), two former tennis stars who co-host a new podcast together. The series follows their behind-the-scenes efforts to launch the podcast alongside a high-strung producer (Ashley Haas) and a ratings-obsessed talent booker (Rob Gordon), all while dealing with pushy executives and a dysfunctional crew.
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Davis, Lyons, Johanna Saldaña and Dominique Mouton serve as executive producers. A trailer for Match Point, which is distributed through Filmhub, can be seen below.
“My vision was to create a project that not only entertains but also pushes the boundaries of storytelling — blending mockumentary with new media and breaking the fourth wall,” says series creator and director Lyons. “As artists, we embrace the freedom of expression, where comedy uncovers deeper meaning and invites audiences to find light in the most unexpected places.”
Adds Davis, “I’m excited about the unique blend of comedy and mockumentary in this project — it’s a fresh take on podcasting like you’ve never seen before. Bringing all of us together in this format creates a one-of-a-kind experience, and I can’t wait for viewers to enjoy it.”
Davis has become an entertainment personality since retiring from the NFL after the 2019 season, which includes competing on Dancing With the Stars in season 29. Among his recent acting credits are the Morgan Freeman-led The Ritual Killer and the Jon Heder comedy Plan B.
